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Anti-malarial medicines can help reduce body weight, researchers discover
In recent years, overweight and obesity have become a serious global health problem, posing significant risk factors for various diseases.... Read more -
Shedding pounds in middle age could add years to your life, study finds
Losing just 6.5% of body weight in midlife may lower later risk of disease and premature death, new research shows.... Read more -
A high-fat diet sets off metabolic dysfunction in cells, leading to weight gain
Consuming a high-fat diet can lead to a variety of health problems—not only weight gain but also an increased risk... Read more -
Size matters when it comes to antibiotics. Obese patients may need customized doses of certain drugs
Obesity can have a distinct impact on the absorption, effectiveness and excretion of antibiotics, medications that have been in use... Read more -
Trump won't force Medicaid to cover GLP-1s for obesity: A few states are doing it anyway
A report published in November by KFF, a health information nonprofit that includes KFF Health News, found only 13 states... Read more
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Post-kidney transplant adverse outcomes increased with BMI-BSA obesity
Combined body mass index (BMI)-body surface area (BSA) obesity is associated with an increased risk for post-kidney transplant (KT) adverse... Read more -
Aussies support government action on sugary and sweetened drinks to tackle obesity
Public health experts are urging the new Albanese Government to prioritize tackling obesity, with new research showing widespread public support... Read more -
Midlife weight loss linked to longer, healthier lives
Losing weight via lifestyle adjustments can deliver significant long-term health benefits, without the need for surgery or anti-obesity drugs. Alongside... Read more -
Leptin-sensitive nerve cells reveal potential pathway for regulating appetite and weight
A research group has identified the so-called PNOC/NPY nerve cells in the brains of mice. When activated, these cells increase... Read more -
The role of GLP-1 receptor agonists in the management of obesity
As Australia faces a turning point in obesity management, researchers from Monash University have contributed new insights into the rapidly... Read more -
Location matters: Belly fat compared to overall body fat more strongly linked to psoriasis risk
Researchers have found that central body fat, especially around the abdomen, is more strongly linked to psoriasis risk than total... Read more -
Brain stimulation combined with cognitive training can curb impulsive eating
Scientists at the Mind, Brain, and Behavior Research Center at the University of Granada (CIMCYC) have revealed how, when faced... Read more -
Weight loss linked to nerve cells in the brain
Semaglutide belongs to a group of drugs called GLP-1R agonists and has been shown to effectively reduce food intake and... Read more -
FDA halts sale of off-brand Ozempic and other GLP-1 drugs
A federal deadline ending sale of off-brand weight-loss and diabetes medications is now in effect, cutting off access to drugs... Read more -
Looking to cut calories? Try adding chilis, study suggests
Throwing a little heat on your meal might be an effective strategy for cutting back on calories, according to a... Read more
